Careers · Contracting
Senior Mining Engineer (Underground)
Senior-level production engineering and mine planning support within underground operations across WA. Permanent FIFO roles with real autonomy and progression.
About the role
What you will be doing
We are seeking experienced Senior Mining Engineers (Underground) for permanent positions with our Contracting Division. Working within client operations across Western Australia, you will provide senior-level production engineering and mine planning support in FIFO arrangements, with the autonomy to lead and improve how the mine plans and produces.
You will work alongside site leadership teams and mentor developing engineers, backed by our Perth-based consulting team and a culture built on Quality First, Professional Growth, Respect, Integrity and Ownership.
At a glance
- Location: WA mine sites (FIFO / site-based)
- Work type: FIFO
Questions before you apply? Email gorecruitment@goengineering.net.au.
The work
Key responsibilities
- Deliver senior-level mining engineering support at operating mine sites
- Lead short and medium-term mine planning activities
- Develop and maintain practical production schedules and mining sequences
- Support daily production engineering and drill and blast activities
- Review and optimise mine plans, schedules and operational processes
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
- Provide technical advice to site leadership teams
- Mentor graduate and developing engineers
- Contribute to statutory compliance requirements
- Promote safe, efficient and sustainable mining practices
About you
Your qualifications & experience
- Bachelor degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years' mining engineering experience
- Experience in open pit, underground or both environments
- Strong production engineering and operational experience
- Mine planning and scheduling expertise using Deswik or similar software
- Sound understanding of mining methods, operational constraints and safety systems
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capability
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Current C-Class driver's licence
- Full Australian working rights
Why Go Engineering
What we offer
- Permanent full-time employment
- Competitive base salary plus superannuation
- Site uplift opportunities
- Performance incentives
- Variety across operations, commodities and mining methods
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring from senior engineers
About Go Engineering
Setting the benchmark in mining engineering
At Go Engineering, we are setting the benchmark in mining engineering. Based in Western Australia, we are a growing consultancy and established contracting company trusted by the resources sector for our practical expertise, forward-thinking solutions, and a team of engineers dedicated to providing a quality service.
We pride ourselves on exceeding industry standards, fostering professional growth, maintaining unwavering integrity, and ensuring everyone has a voice and an equal opportunity to thrive. Everything we do runs on our Q-PRIO values — Quality First, Professional Growth, Respect, Integrity and Ownership.
Go Engineering is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Ready to set the benchmark with us?
Apply with your CV and a short cover letter.